Associate Director Analytical Operations

Novartis Italia; Ivrea; In loco; EUR 62.000 - 115.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Insurance plans

Retirement plans

Wellbeing resources

Global recognition programs

Hybrid working options

14 weeks parental leave

Descrizione del lavoro

Novartis Italia is seeking an experienced Associate Director, Analytical Operations to lead GMP Analytical Operations at the TRD RLT Pilot Plant in Ivrea. You will drive quality, process improvements, and team development, ensuring compliance and performance across the laboratory.

The role requires 7+ years in analytical science within pharma, strong GMP knowledge, and leadership with Italian and English fluency. Competitive salary with hybrid options and comprehensive benefits.

Competenze

• Degree in a pharmaceutical/scientific discipline with relevant experience.
• 7+ years in Quality Control and/or Analytical Science in pharma.
• Strong GMP knowledge and data integrity principles.

Mansioni

• Lead the GMP Analytical Operations team and drive execution of strategic objectives and KPIs.
• Oversee sample receipt through analytical result release.
• Ensure GMP compliance, data integrity, and quality systems.

Conoscenze

Leadership

GMP Knowledge

Quality Assurance

Analytical Science

Data Integrity

Communication

Organizational Skills

Biology/Chemistry/Pharmacy

Formazione

Degree in Pharmacy/Biology/Chemistry/Engineering

Strumenti

LIMS

Chromeleon

QEM

Microsoft Office

Descrizione del lavoro

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Analytical Operations to lead GMP Analytical Operations within the TRD RLT Pilot Plant in Ivrea. This leadership role is responsible for analytical operations, quality compliance, laboratory performance, continuous improvement, and team development.

Summary

We are seeking an experienced Associate Director, Analytical Operations to lead GMP Analytical Operations within the TRD RLT Pilot Plant in Ivrea. This leadership role is responsible for analytical operations, quality compliance, laboratory performance, continuous improvement, and team development.

Location: Ivrea, Italy

About The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the GMP Analytical Operations team and drive execution of strategic objectives and KPIs.
• Provide end-to-end oversight from sample receipt through analytical result release.
• Ensure compliance with GMP requirements, data integrity standards, and quality systems.
• Lead investigations related to deviations, OOE, OOT, and OOS events and implement CAPAs.
• Develop laboratory strategies, resource plans, SOPs, and operational improvements.
• Manage laboratory budgets in partnership with site leadership.
• Support internal audits, regulatory inspections, and quality reviews.
• Build a high-performing team through coaching, talent development, and recruitment.
• Promote a strong safety culture and compliance with HSE requirements.

Additional Responsibilities

• Oversight of maintenance and qualification activities for pilot plant equipment and facilities.
• Review and approval of analytical batch documentation and validation-related records.
• Approval of quality documentation including SOPs, CAPAs, deviations, and quality events.

Requirements

• Degree in Pharmacy, Biology, Chemistry, Engineering, or related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 7 years of Quality Control and/or Analytical Science experience within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations, analytical technologies, laboratory equipment qualification, and data integrity principles.
• Experience with systems such as LIMS, Chromeleon, QEM, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Fluent written and spoken Italian and English.

Benefits & Rewards

At Novartis, we’re committed to reimagining medicine together - and rewarding the people who make it happen.

Expected Annual Base Salary Range for role: € 61,800 to € 114,800

The base salary offered is determined based on gender-neutral objectives, such as relevant skills, competencies and experience in accordance with the Novartis pay setting policy and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.

In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for a performance-based bonus depending on certain performance parameters.

The rewards of being part of our team go far beyond base pay and incentives. We also offer a variety of competitive benefits in kind to help you thrive personally and professionally, such as insurance plans, retirement plans, wellbeing resources and global recognition programs. In addition, we provide flexible and hybrid working options, where possible, and minimum 14 weeks paid parental leave.

Why Novartis:

Helping people with disease and their families takes more than innovative science. It takes a community of smart, passionate people like you. Collaborating, supporting and inspiring each other. Combining to achieve breakthroughs that change patients’ lives. Ready to create a brighter future together? https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture

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